Buyer/Planner

COLTENE is a global leader in the development, manufacture and sale of consumables and small equipment for dental treatment applications. COLTENE operates production facilities in Switzerland, Germany, Canada, France and the USA, as well as a worldwide sales network with its own representatives and distribution partners. Dentists and dental technicians worldwide rely on COLTENE products, both for conventional, as well as implant-based treatment and dental reconstruction.We are looking for Buyer/Planner candidate to join our Supply Chain department at our Cuyahoga Falls, OH location.The Buyer/Planner has responsibility to use the SAP system to purchase material and issue work orders to assigned work centers, in order to meet or exceed customer service level goals. This includes verification of available capacity of material and managing assigned replenishment signals to buy or issue work orders. This position will set appropriate stocking levels based on production and demand. The Buyer / Planner is responsible for researching and setting appropriate MRP signals in SAP and all planning data to optimize and simplify the planning process while maximizing the resources. The Buyer/Planner coordinates daily with the Production Supervisors of the assigned work centers to validate or modify the production schedule and to resolve issues affecting schedule adherence and customer service level performance. The Buyer/Planner is responsible for providing accurate and timely lead time estimates and order status information.Duties and responsibilitiesPlans and write work orders for manufactured products. Create production schedule to meet shipping dates, according to sales forecasts or customer orders.Create and manage purchase orders to obtain materials, tools, and equipment to support production.Manage and maintain inventory levels ensuring uninterrupted supply of parts while maintaining optimal inventory levels, along with ensuring customer reliability and meeting target inventory turns.Communication and coordination with production supervisors. The Buyer / Planner works closely with production supervisors to ensure schedule adherence and purchase material in a timely manner to meet production needs.Expedites materials that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.Notifies customer service of all shortages due to production failure or product placed on hold.Participate in weekly production meetings, and keep up to date on issues related to Sales Forecast, Manufacturing, Planning, New Product introductions, Metrics, and other related Supply Chain issues.Investigate work order and purchase order variance for their assigned MRP controllersReview SAP data integrity for assigned work centers and materials.Initiate and participate in continuous improvement activities related to production planning, customer service and inventory management.Participate in annual Physical Inventory, inventory management and identify materials with no further use, recommend disposition.Works closely with all other cross functional teams to maintain a high level of customer service.Perform other duties and projects as requestedPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.QualificationsThe minimum qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability needed in order to successfully perform the job.Bachelor’s Degree3+ years of related experienceExperience in a manufacturing environment requiredAbility to read technical drawingsExperience with the use of SAP system or equivalent MRP system preferredProficient in Microsoft Office suites – intermediate or advanced ExcelAbility to communicate cross-functionally and to work in a team environmentDetail-oriented, organizational skills, ability to multi-task and prioritizeMust be able to think analytically and have a good understanding and comprehension of accountingWorking conditionsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee works in primarily an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate. This is a full-time salaried exempt position requiring at least 40 hours per week, with hours of work and days scheduled determined by the Supply Chain Manager. Special circumstances such as off shift and weekend work might occur on rare occasions. This position requires no travel. Hybrid schedule is available after 90 days: 1 day remote and 4 days onsite schedule.Physical requirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily sitting for prolonged periods of time. Standing, walking or bending will occur from time to time. Prolonged periods of concentration and focus are required along with adequate interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with stress of time restraints. The employee is required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. This position requires regular and consistent attendance at the facility.Direct reportsNoneBenefitsCOLTENE offers a comprehensive employee benefit program that enables our employees to stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work/life balance: Generous Paid Time Off | Holiday Pay | Medical/Prescription Insurance | Dental Insurance | Vision Insurance | Health Savings Account (HSA) | Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance | Company-Paid Long-term and Short-term Disability | Voluntary Life Insurance | Voluntary Critical Illness, Hospital and Accidental Injury Insurance | 401(k) with match | Pet InsuranceIt is the policy of Coltene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Coltene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.